Nigeria, Nov. 19 -- The National Judicial Institute (NJI) has denied claims that Nigerian judges chorused a political song in praise of President Bola Tinubu at the 2025 All Nigeria Judges Conference in Abuja.

The chorus, "On your mandate we shall stand," is popular among Mr Tinubu's supporters, dating back to his time as Lagos State governor. The president's followers and admirers often sing the chorus to cheer him and affirm their loyalty to him at political gatherings.

In a statement signed by its Head, Information, Media and Public Relations, Kolade Umoru, on Wednesday, the NJI confirmed that the "On your mandate" song was played by the Guards Brigade Band "as part of ceremonial protocol" to usher the president to the podium for his...